Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu
You'll arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport where a Himalayan Planet Adventurers representative meets you. After checking into your hotel, there's a welcome dinner with traditional Nepali food, dance, and music to get you oriented to the country.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner with traditional Nepali delicacies, dance, and music)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner with traditional Nepali delicacies, dance, and music
Landmarks Tribhuvan International Airport - Day 2
Kathmandu to Besishahar
Take a local bus west from Kathmandu to Besishahar, a district town in Lamjung that serves as the gateway to the Annapurna Conservation Area. You'll spend the night at a local hotel before trekking starts tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Annapurna Conservation Area - Day 3
Besishahar to Chame
Travel to Chame, a district city in Manang, on a rocky mountain road following the Marsyangdi River. You'll pass through several villages and catch panoramic views of Mount Annapurna II. Stay overnight at a local hotel. Keep in mind that roads can be rough during rainy season with potential landslides.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Marsyangdi River Mount Annapurna II Trishuli River - Day 4
Chame to Bhartang
Your trekking journey begins as you head from Chame toward Bhartang village through apple orchards. After crossing the Marsyangdi River, follow a tree-shaded path with views of Mount Pisang and Mount Chulu. A casual one-hour walk gets you to a Tibetan-style village with monasteries and views of the Annapurna range.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chame to Bhartang village through apple orchards
- Crossing of Marshyangdi River
- One-hour walk to Tibetan-style village with monasteries
Landmarks Mount Pisang Mount Chulu - Day 5
Bhartang to Braga
Start the day with a walk through pine forest, then continue to the Gurung village of Manang in the Manang valley with impressive views of Tilicho, Gangapurna, Annapurna II and III, plus Pisang and Chulu peaks. Head to Braga, a Tibetan-style village featuring a unique Buddhist monastery with statues, Thankas, and rare religious manuscripts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walk through pine forest
- Visit to Gurung village of Manang
- Visit to Braga Buddhist monastery with Thankas and religious manuscripts
Landmarks Manang Valley Braga Buddhist Monastery Mount Tilicho Mount Gangapurna Mount Annapurna III - Day 6
Ice Lakes Acclimatization
Spend today acclimatizing at Braga with a short trip to the Ice Lakes area of Annapurna Mountain that takes about 6 to 7 hours total. You'll have plenty of time to explore the city and take in the natural surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Short trip to Ice Lakes area
- Acclimatization activities at Braga
Landmarks Ice Lakes - Day 7
Braga to Manang
Explore the Gurung village of Manang, which has around 500 flat-roof stone houses. Check out the local museum and the Himalayan Rescue Association, and watch a movie. The views of snow-capped Annapurna peaks are excellent throughout the day. Overnight in Manang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to local museum in Manang
- Visit to Himalayan Rescue Association
- Movie screening at Himalayan Rescue Association
Landmarks Manang Village Himalayan Rescue Association - Day 8
Manang to Tilicho Base Camp
Have breakfast in Manang early, then trek toward Tilicho Base Camp over 6 to 7 hours. You'll pass through Khangsar village and cross the Marsyangdi River. The main draw is the view of several mountain peaks from the tea house at Tilicho Base Camp, where climbers start their ascent of Mount Tilicho.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Tilicho Base Camp through Khangsar village
- Crossing of Marsyangdi River
Landmarks Khangsar Village Tilicho Base Camp - Day 9
Tilicho Base Camp to Tilicho Lake
Trek to Tilicho Lake, reportedly the highest lake in the world, where snow-capped mountains look different at sunrise. Walk along a narrow, uneven path with views of waterfalls, mountains, and rivers that take about 9 to 10 hours total. Return to Khansgar village for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Tilicho Lake (highest lake in the world)
Landmarks Tilicho Lake Khansgar Village 
- Day 10
Khansgar to Yak Kharka
Trek to Yak Kharka, a grazing area for sheep and goats in summer with fantastic valley views and snow-capped peaks. The green landscape with juniper bushes and pleasant weather creates a nice setting. You'll see Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Tilicho peaks while meeting local shepherds.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Yak Kharka grazing area
Landmarks Yak Kharka - Day 11
Yak Kharka to Throng Phedi
Climb toward Throng Phedi along the east bank of the Jorsang Khola. Stop for tea at a shop by a wooden bridge crossing the Jorsang River. As the path narrows toward the slope, you'll reach the village of Throng Phedi where you'll stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Throng Phedi village along east bank of Jorsang Khola
Landmarks Throng Phedi Jorsang Khola - Day 12
Throng Phedi to Jomsom via Throng La Pass
Climb to Throng La Pass, often called the roof of the world, for sweeping Himalayan views. Then descend to Muktinath Temple overlooking the Kaligandaki Valley, which takes 3 to 4 hours. Continue on to Jomsom for a total trek time of about 7 to 8 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Throng La Pass
- Descent to Muktinath Temple
- Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom
Landmarks Throng La Pass Muktinath Temple Kaligandaki Valley - Day 13
Jomsom to Kagbeni to Jomsom
Start from the sacred Muktinath village where pilgrims visit the ever-burning blue flame. Experience the cultural mix here that's important to both Hindus and Buddhists. Head to the beautiful village of Kagbeni before returning to Jomsom for the night at a nice hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Muktinath Temple with ever-burning blue flame
- Visit to Kagbeni village
Landmarks Muktinath Temple Kagbeni Village - Day 14
Jomsom to Pokhara
Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara on a short 20-minute flight that gives you views of the lakeside city, Annapurna Mountains, and Phewa Lake from the air. Spend the evening at your accommodation enjoying the lakeside landscape and blue water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara with views of Annapurna Mountains and Phewa Lake
Landmarks Phewa Lake Pokhara - Day 15
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Return to Kathmandu on a luxury bus through green meadows and winding mountain roads of the Himalayan landscape. By evening, there's a farewell dinner with your fellow trekkers featuring local cuisine with good variety.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with local cuisine)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner with local cuisine
Optional Activities
- Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu available at US$ 100.00 extra cost
- Day 16
Departure from Kathmandu
It's departure day after your memorable trek through Nepal's Himalayan region. Take time to reflect on your journey and the special moments that made this trek meaningful.
